Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited
Also known as: A C a V a
The advancement of education by the encouragement of the arts through the establishment and management of community groups, centres, studios and activities for the furtherance of public benefit through the visual arts.
Activities & Mission
The advancement of education by the encouragement of the arts through the establishment and management of community groups, centres, studios and activities for the furtherance of public benefit through the visual arts.
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Financial Efficiency
Higher than 87% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample: 304). How is this calculated?
Higher than 100% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. How is this calculated?
Lower overhead than 83% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M. (Lower overhead is generally read as more efficient.) How is this calculated?
Latest Financial Breakdown
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Annual Returns
As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2022.
| Financial Year | Income | Expenditure | Charitable Spending | Net Assets | Reserves | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | £2,017,915 | £2,207,162 | £2,207,162 | £612,008 | £612,008 | 22 / 0 |
| 2021 | £2,093,832 | £2,122,842 | £2,122,842 | £801,255 | £738,569 | 22 / 0 |
| 2020 | £1,879,736 | £1,909,166 | £1,909,166 | £830,265 | £806,770 | 26 / 0 |
| 2019 | £2,200,423 | £2,683,400 | £2,683,400 | £859,695 | £806,770 | 24 / 0 |
| 2018 | £1,817,991 | £1,626,033 | £1,626,033 | £1,342,672 | £423,600 | 25 / 0 |
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Frequently asked questions about Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited
What does Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited do?
The advancement of education by the encouragement of the arts through the establishment and management of community groups, centres, studios and activities for the furtherance of public benefit through the visual arts.
How much income did Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited report in 2022?
Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited reported total income of £2.02m and reported expenditure of £2.21m for the financial year ending 2022, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.
How efficient is Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited?
Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited has a program ratio of 109.4%, meaning that share of its income goes directly to charitable activities. This is higher than 87% of UK Arts charities with income £1M to £10M (sample of 304 charities). See our methodology for how this is calculated.
When was Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited registered as a charity?
Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 29 March 1984 as charity number 287894. It has been registered for 42 years.
Who runs Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited?
Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited is governed by a board of 8 trustees. The chair of trustees is Paul Augarde. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.
Where does Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited operate?
Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited operates across 3 areas: Essex, Staffordshire and London.
Is Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited a registered charity?
Yes — Association For Cultural Advancement Through Visual Art Limited is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 287894.
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- A C a V a
Data & trust
- Register data refreshed
- 9 November 2026
- Methodology
- How metrics are calculated